colyton grammar school handbook for parents 2011

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colyton grammar school handbook for parents 2011
COLYTON GRAMMAR SCHOOL
HANDBOOK FOR PARENTS
2011 – 2012
COLYTON GRAMMAR SCHOOL, COLYFORD, COLYTON, DEVON EX24 6HN
Tel: 01297 552327
Fax: 01297 553853
E-mail: [email protected]
Colyton Grammar School Academy Trust - Registered in England and Wales – Number 7445493
An Exempt Charity and Company Limited By Guarantee
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CONTACTING THE SCHOOL
Please ask your child to complete this sheet for your use.
Student .....................................................................
Tutor Group ………..
The first contact will be with the School Reception and the Secretaries will help you. Teaching staff
working with your child this year are as follows:
Form Tutor ………………….………………………………………………………………
(The first contact on day to day matters such as absence, etc)
Pupil Development Co-ordinator ……………………………………………..
(The first contact for issues of concern relating to an individual student)
Deputy Headteacher …………………………………………………………………
(The contact for serious issues of concern/progress)
The Headteacher ……………………………………………………………………..
(The contact for issues relating to general school policy)
Subject Staff
Art
..................................................
Biology
..................................................
Business Studies
..................................................
Chemistry
..................................................
Design and Technology
..................................................
Drama
..................................................
English
..................................................
French
..................................................
Geography
..................................................
German
..................................................
History
..................................................
ICT
..................................................
Mathematics
..................................................
Music
..................................................
Physical Education
..................................................
Physics
..................................................
Religious Education
..................................................
Science
..................................................
Individual appointments can be made through Mr S Smith, Head of Sixth Form on
matters relating to Subject Choices, Careers and Higher Education applications.
IMPORTANT: Information and letters for Parents are sent home by ‘ParentMail’. To receive letters and
information electronically via email you can sign up at www.parentmail.co.uk - if you cannot receive
email messages you can request paper copies to be sent home via your child – please send a written
request if you require a paper copy
MAKE SURE YOU RECEIVE YOURS!
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CONTENTS
Page
Cashless Catering
25
Colyton Grammar School Extra Curricular Fund
22
Contacting the School
2
Emergency / Severe Weather Arrangements
23
Ethos
15
Extra-Curricular Activities
20
GCSE Examination Courses
13 - 14
Governing Body
4
Grants
20
Home/School Agreement
14
Homework and Coursework
12 - 13
(The) House System
6
Map of the School
28
Medical Arrangements
21
Other School Publications
21
ParentMail
26
ParentPay
25
Parents’ Meetings
7-9
Parents' Participation in School
7
Reporting to Parents
10 - 12
Rewards
16
Sanctions Policy
17
School Calendar
6
School Day
5
Staff Contacts
4
School Uniform: Year 7 - 10
17
School Uniform: Sixth Form
18
School Uniform: PE/Games
19
Security in School
15
SIMS Learning Gateway
26
Standing Order Authority
27
Statement on Sex and Relationship Education
22
Student Attendance
16
Transport Arrangements
24
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GOVERNING BODY
Headteacher
Staff Governors
Mr P W Evans
Mr G Davis
Mrs S Burns-Price
Other Governors
Parent Governors
Dr C J Bastin (Chairman)
Mrs M Williams
Mr G Hayne
Mrs S Hopkins
Mrs L Linnell
Mr B Merrett
Mr T Lyddon
Mrs V Wells
Mr M Marsh
Mr R Scott
Mr B Salter
Prof W Robinson
Mrs F Wilkinson
STAFF CONTACTS
Headteacher
Mr P W Evans
Deputy Head
Head of Sixth Form
Assistant Head – CPD + CTL
Assistant Head – Evaluation + CTL
Assistant Head – Pre University Learning
Student Development Co-ordinator Key Stage 3
Student Development Co-ordinator Key Stage 4
Business Manager
Mrs J Wainwright
Mr S Smith
Mr R Bush
Mr R Stidwell
Mr A Gregson
Mr J Robinson
Mrs L Fitzhenry
Mr S Cook
Curriculum Team Leaders:
English
Maths (Maths, PE)
Science
Humanities (History, Geography, RE)
Communications (Modern Languages, Music)
Technology (Technology, Art, Business Studies, IT)
Student Personal Learning
Mrs S Bean
Mr G Davis
Mr Mansfield
Mr A Gregson
Mr T Love
Mr M Cummings
Miss F Bell
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THE SCHOOL DAY
For four days a week the schedule is:
8.45
8.50
8.55
9.10
10.25
10.40
11.50
12.05
1.15
2.15
2.20
3.35
Warning Bell
Registration
Assembly
Period 1
Break
Period 2
Break
Period 3
Lunch
Warning Bell
Period 4 - with Registration
End of School
TUTOR DAY
One day of each week is designated "Tutor Day", to allow extra time for PSHE
Autumn Term = Tuesday
Spring Term = Wednesday
Summer Term = Thursday
8.45
8.50
9.00
10.05
10.20
11.25
11.35
12.40
1.40
2.30
3.35
Warning Bell
Registration
Period 1
Break
Period 2
Break
Period 3
Lunch
Tutor Time - PSHE
Period 4
End of School
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THE HOUSE SYSTEM
The School is organised into four Houses - Ash, Beech, Cedar and Oak. All students and teaching
staff, except the Headteacher and Deputy Headteachers, are attached to a House.
Each House has Boy and Girl Captains and Vice-Captains and, in some cases, special Sports Captains.
House meetings are held on Fridays (in rotation) in the Cottrill Hall at 8.55 a.m.
Each House has a member of staff as ‘Head of House’, who ensures that all House activities are
organised properly.
The house colours are:
Ash - Blue; Beech - Green; Cedar - Yellow; Oak - Red.
During the year the Houses compete against each other in a number of activities which may change
from year to year. Some of these activities are listed below:
Football
Hockey
Netball
Rounders
Rugby
Athletics
Tennis
Drama
Each House adopts an individual charity in order to give a special focus to the students' fund-raising
activities. Ideas and support for this from parents would be greatly appreciated.
SCHOOL CALENDAR 2011 - 2012
Autumn Term
5 September to 15 December 2011
Half Term
21 – 28 October inclusive
Spring Term
3 January to 30 March 2012
Half Term
13 – 17 February inclusive
Summer Term
16 April to 20 July 2012
Half Term
4 – 8 June inclusive
Staff Development Days:
2 September 2011, 19 March 2012, 2 July 2012
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PARENTS' PARTICIPATION IN SCHOOL
We want all our students to enjoy school and to achieve their full potential.
In addition to the information provided by Parents’ Meetings and Reports, the school places great
importance on both formal and informal contacts on issues of individual concern.
There are other opportunities for participation in the work of the school, including:
Participation in the Parents' Association
The efforts of the Association have enabled many school improvements to be made but it is more than
a fund raising organisation. The Association meetings hear reports from Governors' meetings and
identify events and activities relating to school issues which are of interest to parents.
The Parents' Association makes a major contribution to educational provision and has provided funds
towards the cost of landscaping, contributed to the cost of an interactive video display board in the
Sports Hall and has purchased equipment for various departments. As well as providing funds for a
minibus the Parents’ Association also sponsors a range of extra-curricular activities including concerts
and drama productions.
There is a very large committee, chaired by Mr C Hall. Mrs J Welch is Secretary and Mr M Smith is the
Treasurer. Mr P Evans Headteacher, is also a member of the Committee.
The future of Colyton Grammar School will increasingly depend on the goodwill and co-operation of our
parents, and it is hoped that you can find time to make Parents' Association occasions a special priority.
Voluntary help in the School Library/Resources Centre
A team of parents provides enormous help and the work provides a wide contact with staff and
students. The school welcomes additional help from parents. Anyone interested should contact Mrs
Burns-Price in the Library.
School Clubs and Sports
Voluntary help is welcome from any parents able to assist with clubs or sports programmes.
Field Trips
Parents often participate as assistants on day trips, and sometimes on residential visits.
Work Experience
Many parents help with either the arrangements of placements or with transport – please contact Mr
Banks if you think you may be able to offer either.
School Events
Participation in Parents’ Meetings, Celebration Evening, Concerts, Open Days etc, all provide a means of
experiencing the work of the school. A strength of the school is the high percentage of attendance at
events.
PARENTS’ MEETINGS
Parents’ Meetings provide an opportunity for subject staff, tutors, parents and individual students to
discuss the student's progress and for parents to ask questions and express concerns. The dialogue
should be beneficial to students, parents and staff.
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Students are expected to attend the meetings with their parents.
Parents’ Meetings are arranged on a regular basis. Dates and times will need to be confirmed but the
proposed dates for such meetings are as follows:
Date
Thursday
20
Oct
Year
Event
Time
7
Informal Parents' Meeting (this provides the
7.00 - 9.00 pm
opportunity for parents of new entrants to meet
staff: it is not expected that detailed discussion
of academic progress should take place)
Thursday
17
Nov
8
Parents' Meeting A & C
4.00 - 6.15 pm
Thursday
24
Nov
10
Sixth Form Information Evening
7.00 - 9.00 pm
Thursday
1
Dec
8
Parents’ Meeting B & O
4.00 - 6.15 pm
Thursday
8
Dec
13
Parents’ Meeting
4.00 - 6.15 pm
Thursday
5
Jan
10
Parents' Meeting A & C
4.00 - 6.15 pm
Thursday
12
Jan
10
Parents’ Meeting B & O
4.00 - 6.15 pm
Thursday
26
Jan
7
Parents’ Meeting A & B
4.00 - 6.15 pm
Thursday
2
Feb
7
Parents’ Meeting C & O
4.00 – 6.15 pm
Thursday
1
Mar
8
GCSE Information evening
7.00 - 8.30pm
Thursday
15
Mar
11
Parents’ Meeting
4.00 – 6.15pm
Thursday
22
Mar
12
Higher Education Information Evening
7.00 – 9.00pm
Thursday
26
Apr
12
Parents’ Meeting
4.00 – 6.15pm
Thursday
24
May
9
Parents' Meeting A & C
4.00 - 6.15 pm
Thursday
31
May
9
Parents' Meeting B & O
4.00 - 6.15 pm
Current practical arrangements for Parents’ Meetings are as follows:
1.
Teachers indicate to the Deputy Head parents they wish to see - three weeks ahead of evening.
2.
At the same time, students take home a form on which parents may indicate teachers they wish
to see. It is important that these forms are returned on time in order that a schedule can be
drawn up. Guidance, specific to each year group, is provided on how to make the best use of
Parents’ Meetings.
3.
The school arranges a schedule of appointments using a computer programme aiming to
accommodate both parents’ and teachers’ requests.
4.
The forms are then issued to parents with the appointment times.
5.
If parents have any queries about appointments given, they should contact the Form Tutor
or Deputy Head immediately.
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Making the Best Use of Parents’ Meetings
All parents are strongly encouraged to attend Parents’ Meetings, for they provide an opportunity to
discuss your child’s progress, to find out more about the teaching programme, and to get to know the
teachers. Ideally your child is expected to attend the meeting with you.
Some schools restrict the Parents’ Meetings to an interview with the Tutor. We strongly believe that
there is very real value in being able to meet subject teachers, but to accommodate this programme
each interview has to be restricted to a maximum of 5 minutes. The following suggestions are aimed at
helping parents to make the best use of this time:
Before the evening:
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•
•
Read again the most recent school reports. This may help you to identify important points for
discussion and to decide which teachers you particularly wish to see. Bring these with you to the
Parents’ Meeting.
Look at your child’s exercise books. Are there any significant concerns or questions?
It is worth reading the Parents’ Handbook which was issued at the beginning of the year. Knowing,
for example, the school’s policy on homework may aid your discussions.
General issues for Parents’ Meetings:
In the early years of a child’s selective school education, the principal concerns are likely to be centred
on:
•
•
•
•
whether the child is coping with the demands of a selective school curriculum;
whether the child is developing study habits which will form a foundation for later success;
whether the child is well motivated, with an appropriate level of application;
how the child’s personal development is progressing.
Additionally from Year 9 onwards it may also be appropriate to discuss:
•
•
•
the effectiveness of the student’s study habits;
target examination grades and progress towards them;
future education and career possibilities.
For all year groups you should also consider:
•
•
whether there are any domestic circumstances which might be relevant to any of the above;
whether anything needs to be done, by either the school or home.
Make notes, especially of any action to be taken.
Most students have few, if any, major problems. Serious problems may need a separate appointment
with the relevant staff.
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REPORTING TO PARENTS
Years 7 - 10 Reports
Students in Years 7 - 10 receive two Interim Reports and one full report per school year.
1. How does the system work?
During each year you will receive one full report for each subject studied by your child. The
report reviews work covered during the year. It will also include a brief summary of progress
and a comment from your child’s form tutor.
Please keep your copy of the report at home, and bring it with you to the Parents’ Meeting.
2. What does a Full Report contain?
Each subject will include:
- a brief outline of the work covered during the year;
- comments on strengths and weaknesses;
- suggestions for improvement;
- an assessment of commitment and attainment.
3. What are the benefits of Reports?
- comments relate to work recently completed;
- results of assessments are shown;
- suggestions for improvement are recorded;
- students comment on their progress overall;
- parents receive regular information on their child’s progress;
- reports are available for discussion at Parents’ Meetings.
Explanation of Grades
Attainment (KS3)
These grades express a student’s attainment as measured against the standards expected of the year
group as a whole. Reports will indicate the range of National Curriculum levels expected within a year
group.
Grades A - D should be used to indicate attainment against the target for the year group. They are
defined:
A=
attainment above the target for the year group;
B=
attainment at the target for the year group;
C=
attainment below the target for the year group;
D=
attainment significantly below the target for the year group.
Attainment (KS4 and KS5)
In the examination years the grades refer to current attainment expressed as GCSE and AS/A2 level
grades, not to expected attainment at the end of Key Stage.
Commitment (Key Stage 3)
B
Acceptable behaviour at all times;
Consistent, acceptable levels of concentration in class.
Effort likely to achieve or nearly achieve target grade at end of Key Stage 4,
Consistently acceptable presentation
Homework and coursework consistently completed to an acceptable standard.
A
All of above, plus:
Effort very likely to achieve target grade at end of course,
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Demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for the subject.
C
As B, but any of below:
Behaviour not always acceptable;
Levels of concentration not always acceptable,
Poor effort likely to lead to missing target by two grades or more,
Homework not always completed to an acceptable standard,
Has missed a coursework deadline.
D
Commitment is unacceptable on three of the criteria listed under C.
Award of Homework Grades
Is homework consistently handed in on time?
Yes / No?
Yes: No lapse in the reporting period without an acceptable reason.
No:
More than one lapse in the reporting period without an acceptable reason.
Commitment (Key Stage 4)
B
Acceptable behaviour at all times,
Consistent, acceptable levels of concentration in class,
Effort likely to achieve or nearly achieve target grade at end of Key Stage 4,
Consistently acceptable presentation,
Homework and coursework consistently completed to an acceptable standard.
A
All of above, plus:
Effort very likely to achieve target grade at end of course,
Demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for the subject.
C
As B, but any of below:
Behaviour not always acceptable,
Levels of concentration not always acceptable,
Poor effort likely to lead to missing target by two grades or more,
Homework not always completed to an acceptable standard,
Has missed a coursework deadline.
D
Commitment is unacceptable on three of the criteria listed under C.
Award of Homework Grades
Is homework consistently handed in on time?
Yes / No?
Yes: No lapse in the reporting period without an acceptable reason.
No: More than one lapse in the reporting period without an acceptable reason.
Commitment (Key Stage 5)
B
Acceptable behaviour at all times.
Consistent, acceptable levels of concentration in class,
Effort likely to achieve or nearly achieve target grade at end of Key Stage 4,
Consistently acceptable presentation,
Evidence of independent study skills,
Homework and coursework consistently completed to an acceptable standard.
A
All of above, plus:
Effort very likely to achieve target grade at end of course,
Shows a genuine interest in the subject with high levels of independent study,
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C
As B, but any of below:
Behaviour not always acceptable,
Levels of concentration not always acceptable,
Poor effort likely to lead to missing target by two grades or more,
Homework not always completed to an acceptable standard,
Has missed a coursework deadline,
Little evidence of independent study skills
D
Commitment is unacceptable on three of the criteria listed under C.
Award of Homework Grades
Is homework consistently handed in on time?
Yes / No?
Yes: No lapse in the reporting period without an acceptable reason.
No:
More than one lapse in the reporting period without an acceptable reason.
Practical Work and Oral Work
Grades under these headings are optional. Grades are as for attainment.
Homework
Completion of homework consistently meets demands. Entry is either Y (Yes) or N (No) under this
heading.
HOMEWORK AND COURSEWORK
It is school policy that regular homework is done by all students at every age. Homework is seen as an
integral part of the curriculum and has very positive purposes.
The Nature of Homework
Homework can give scope for initiative, research and independence and can provide learning
experiences additional to those given in school. It can give the opportunity:
- to research a new idea
- to follow up work begun in class
- to practice and reinforce skills
- to prepare work for the next lesson
- for thinking through an idea or solving a problem
- to exploit materials and resources in the environment outside school
- to produce an extended piece of work set over a longer period of time
- to learn facts, vocabulary, poetry etc
- to do some quiet reading about a topic or theme
Students will be given an adequate amount of time to prepare for examinations. Years 10, 11, 12 and
13 will be given frequent opportunities for revision and practice of examination papers in the period
leading to the mocks. For Year 10 the two teaching weeks prior to exams should not be used for
homeworks which involve new topics or ideas. However, homework tasks that contribute to structured
revision are appropriate during this period.
Time Allocation
The table below gives general guidance as to the amount of homework to be set. Some flexibility may
be given so that students occasionally have more than one evening in which to complete a task.
⇒ Year 7
1 hour per evening, usually in 2 subjects
⇒ Year 8
1 – 1½ hours per evening, usually in 2/3 subjects
⇒ Year 9
2 hours per evening, usually in 3 subjects
⇒ Year 10
2 hours per evening, usually in 3 subjects
⇒ Year 11
2 hours per evening, usually in 3 subjects
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⇒ Years 12 and 13
As a general rule, students should spend (outside classes) a
minimum of five hours per week on each A Level subject and 2½
hours per week on each A/S Level subject.
Communications
It is important that parents and students know exactly what homework is expected and when the work
is to be completed.
So that parents are aware of homework set, students in Years 7-10 are issued with a Personal
Organiser in which to keep a record. Parents of students in Years 7 and 8 are asked to sign this weekly.
If parents are dissatisfied in any way, comments should be made in the Personal Organiser and by letter
to the Form Tutor.
Concern about Homework
Concern about homework on a specific subject should first be communicated to the Head of
Department. General concerns should be communicated to the appropriate Student Development Coordinator.
Serious concerns should be brought to the attention of the relevant Deputy Headteacher.
Coursework
During KS4 and KS5 students will be preparing coursework which is submitted to an exam board and
contributes significantly to the final grade. Students will be issued with termly schedules of the
coursework tasks and deadlines. The workload will be carefully planned so that students can manage
their time and obtain help in good time. The deadlines are not negotiable and close monitoring by
parents and staff should ensure that students meet them.
GCSE EXAMINATION COURSES
Most GCSE courses contain a mixture of assessment by examination at the end of the Key Stage and
coursework which can be completed at any time during the two year course. The following chart
shows what methods of assessment have previously been involved in the courses available at Colyton.
Subject
Coursework/Controlled Assessment (%)
Examination (%)
Art
60
40
Biology
25
75
Business Studies
25
75
Chemistry
25
75
Design and Technology
60
40
Drama
60
40
English Language
60
40
English Literature
25
75
French
60
40
Geography
25
75
German
60
40
History
25
75
IT
60
40
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Mathematics
0
100
Music
60
40
Physics
25
75
Religious Studies
0
100
Coursework is an important component of the final grade and it is important to stick carefully to the
deadlines given for individual pieces of work. We have organised the coursework so that it is spread
evenly and is manageable. The vast majority of our students cope well with coursework through good
time management. Tutors or subject teachers will give advice if necessary.
HOME/SCHOOL AGREEMENT
The Home/School Agreement, agreed after consultation is printed below:
The purpose of this is to foster a partnership between parents, students, teachers and
Governors which seeks to aid the achievement of full potential by each child.
Parents/Guardians
I/We shall try to:
• Support the school’s policies and practise, promoting positive behaviour
• Recognise the value of regular attendance and limit absence to that which is unavoidable
• Support the child’s homework and other opportunities for home learning
• Attend Parents’ Meetings and discussions about my/our child’s progress
• Take an interest in the child’s life at school
• Let the school know of any concerns that could affect the child’s progress
The School will:
•
•
•
•
•
•
Seek to provide a secure and positive environment consistent with the needs of effective learning
Let parents know of any concerns that are detrimental to the child’s progress
Set, mark and monitor homework
Send home Interim Reports covering attainment, attitude and homework, and a more detailed
Annual Report of progress and achievement
Arrange Parents’ Meetings to discuss progress and provide a Guidance Evening for each phase of
education
Keep parents informed about school activities through regular newsletters, special events and an
annual Handbook for Parents
The Student:
I shall:
• Attend school regularly and on time
• Behave in a manner consistent with the School’s Code of Conduct
• Wear uniform correctly
• Work with commitment, both in class and in doing homework
• Be courteous to staff, visitors and other students, and respect property and the school environment
This Agreement will be periodically reviewed in consultation with staff, governors, parents
and students.
SCHOOL ETHOS
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The School Ethos which has been produced in consultation with representatives from Governors,
students, support staff and teachers
ETHOS means ‘nature or character of’
As a school community we have spent a great deal of time considering what the most valuable aspects
of our ETHOS are. Lots of people have had their say and we think these following statements sum up
what is good about our school. We think these statements are something we should all be aiming for
all the time.
Our school is a community but it is linked to other communities locally, nationally and globally. We
would like to promote these values which are part of our school community’s character.
We recognise and praise each other’s achievements when things go well.
We offer support and advice when things get challenging or difficult.
We are determined to persevere, to do our best, to try hard and to contribute.
We trust each other.
We value and respect each other’s differences of culture or background and want to learn from them.
We like the freedom to think independently, share opinions and be individuals.
We are happy to follow conventions of politeness and punctuality out of respect for others.
We value wisdom and intellect.
We like to be physically fit and healthy, we respect our bodies and we care about what we eat and
drink.
We have high expectations of ourselves and others.
We appreciate and care for the pleasant surroundings of the school.
We like people to have self-respect, but we are not keen on arrogance.
We dress smartly and appropriately.
We work to make everyone feel happy and welcome in a safe and friendly community.
SECURITY IN SCHOOL
1.
Lockers: Students must use lockers to store all books, PE kit and clothing, and must be kept
locked with a personal key. Nothing must be stored or placed on top of lockers. No belongings,
other than books in lockers, should be left overnight in school.
2.
Personal Belongings: ALL ARTICLES OF CLOTHING MUST BE CLEARLY MARKED WITH OWNER’S
NAME. STUDENTS MUST KEEP MONEY IN A SAFE PLACE.
3.
Cycling: Those who cycle to school should ensure that their machines are in efficient mechanical
order. There must be NO CYCLING within the school grounds. Bicycles should be stored in the
Bicycle Shed to the rear of Staff House.
4.
Damage: Any damage to school property must be reported without delay to a member of staff.
The cost of replacement or repair of the damage will be charged to the student or students.
5.
Care of Valuables: Large sums of money and valuable personal items should not be brought to
school. Money and other items should be handed to the staff before PE lessons. No items
should be left unsecured in school overnight.
Mobile Phones, MP3/4 Players
For students travelling to and from school, the security and reassurance provided by mobile
‘phones is obvious. Using MP3/4 players to and from school on long bus journeys is also not
unreasonable. These items however, for a variety of reasons, are not appropriate in school
during the working day. Students may bring these devices into school on the understanding
that they are always switched off and kept out of sight whilst on the school site
between 8.50am and 3.35pm.
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Please note
• Any mobile phone that is used to send or receive text or conversation at any time during the
school day will be confiscated until the end of the school day;
• Any mobile phone or mp3/4 player displayed at any time during the school day will be
confiscated until the end of the school day;
• Any device confiscated a second time will only be returned to parents following a discussion
and an appropriate sanction;
• Any mobile phone discovered to contain inappropriate material will be confiscated and only
be returned to parents following a discussion and an appropriate sanction;
• Students and parents accept that bringing devices into school is entirely at their own risk and
that the school will not be held responsible for damage or loss.
• As a privilege, sixth form students may use these devices inside the designated sixth form
study areas during ‘study’ and break times as long as their use does not disturb the study of
others.
6. Cars: There are no general parking facilities at the school or in the immediate neighbourhood.
Sixth Formers should not drive to the school.
7. Parents visiting the school during normal school hours must report to Reception and sign in
where they will be issued with a Visitor’s Pass. Parents are not permitted to wander the school
site unaccompanied.
STUDENT ATTENDANCE
Regular attendance is important and absence should be restricted to the unavoidable. It is a legal
requirement that schools keep accurate records of student attendance.
Absence due to illness
• On the first day of illness, a parent/carer should telephone or email the school with the name,
tutor group and a brief reason for the absence.
• On the day of return from absence all students must bring a note to their Form Tutor confirming
the dates and reason for absence.
• If absence is clearly going to be for an extended period of time, parents should contact Form
Tutors to discuss how students can be supported in their work.
Advance permission for health appointments should be obtained from the Form Tutor and then
confirmed by letter.
Request for Absence
It is a legal requirement that leave of absence for holidays is not an entitlement and has to be
authorised by the School. Extended absence is always likely to be detrimental and approval given only
in cases where the parents are compelled to take a family holiday outside school holidays. Leave of
absence is not intended to be a means by which holidays can be taken at off-peak prices. Such
absence is particularly detrimental to students following examination programmes; only in exceptional
circumstances will such leave be granted.
Application for Leave of Absence should be made by letter to the Headteacher in advance of any
booking and other than in the most exceptional circumstances, the request for leave should be made at
least 4 weeks in advance of the proposed leave date, and before entering into any travel
commitment.
Lateness: Students who are late for registration (either in the morning or afternoon) must sign the late
book in Reception.
REWARDS
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To encourage sustained effort, high achievement and excellent standards of service and behaviour,
students are encouraged to work to achieve the following awards:
Whole School
1.
Subject Achievement Certificates
Awarded termly for:
Consistent sustained application (sustained over at least a full term)
Engagement in lessons and making a positive contribution (a role model for others)
Evidence of very good progress from the previous base
One certificate detailing all the ‘Subject Achievement Certificates’ obtained in that term will be
issued at the end of each term.
2.
Achievement Awards
Subject Achievement Certificates will contribute to the award of School Achievement Awards.
There should be no more than one award each year.
Key Stage 3 – Bronze Award, Key Stage 4 - Silver Award, Key Stage 5 – Gold Award
(Students will be made aware of the criteria for gaining the award at the beginning of the school
year)
3.
Form/Subject Prizes - Awarded at Celebration Evening
SANCTIONS
Sanctions are supported by positive action to help students attain high standards in all aspects of their
work and conduct.
It is the School's policy to contact parents on matters of potentially serious concern.
Detentions (arrangements are co-ordinated by the Deputy Headteachers)
1. Report System (lesson and homework)
Students with persistent problems are monitored lesson by lesson or by homework
records. Staff comment on a report form that should then be signed by the parents each
evening. These forms are monitored by Tutors and Deputy Headteachers.
2. Detentions
Students whose work is of poor quality or unfinished, whether set in class or for
homework; or whose behaviour does not meet expectations, will be kept in detention on
a Friday evening until 4.40 pm. Parents are informed of this by letter at least 48 hours in
advance. Students are also expected to complete unsatisfactory work in their own time.
3. Headteacher's Detention
This is a last resort after failure of other sanctions. It will normally be held on a Saturday
morning, reflecting a critically serious situation and offering an alternative to seeking
exclusion.
Sanctions are set alongside positive strategies to help all students become confident and happy
learners.
SCHOOL UNIFORM - Years 7-10
The School Uniform and Dress Code makes an important contribution to creating a positive and
purposeful school ethos. We rely upon parents to uphold our tradition of smartness.
Students are expected to be neat and well groomed and in a manner consistent with a formal working
environment.
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Hair must be tidy, groomed and of a natural colour, consistent in style with the wearing of a formal
uniform (extremes of style are not permitted). Shirts must be tucked in and ties done up to the neck.
It is important that uniform colours and styles are exact: a full range of items is stocked by Thomas
Moore, Fore Street, Exeter. If purchasing from other sources please ensure that the items
match the requirements below.
The following details must be observed by students:
1.
A school blazer and tie must be worn by Years 7-10.

Blazers must be black for boys, navy for girls.

Sweaters are optional and if worn must be v-necked, plain knit, and in plain navy, with
school crest. Girls: Trutex CGV-NVY. Boys: CBV-NVY

Crests and ties can be purchased from the Admin Centre.
2.
Blouses must be plain white with a shirt collar.
Shirts must also be plain white, formal, and appropriate for wearing tucked in and with a tie.
3.
Shoes (not boots) must be leather-type, black and plain. Footwear must be appropriate for
school use, and this rules out raised heels and casual shoes.
4.
Trousers must be tailored (not baggy, flared or bell-bottomed). Trousers for boys must be fulllength and charcoal grey. Jeans, corduroy or canvas trousers etc, may not be worn. Trousers
for
girls
must
be
navy
and
conform
with
the
following
details:
Trutex style JWT 301/JWT431/JWT441
Banner style 3822
Wintec style SK2225
5.
Skirts must be worn between 2 inches below the knee to knee length, and must be plain navy
blue, in any of the following styles: (No other styles may be worn).
Banner style SK185
Wintec style SK109
Trutex style JWS 151
(stitched down pleats)
(knife pleats, elasticated waist)
(Yrs 9/10 option only)
6.
Socks
When
worn
with
trousers
these
must
be
either
dark
grey
or
black.
When worn with a skirt, socks can be either ankle or three-quarter length, white or navy.
Navy blue tights can be worn with skirts.
7.
Jewellery/Make-up/Accessories
Jewellery is inappropriate for school and nose studs must not be worn. A pair of ear studs or
sleepers may be worn (one in each earlobe). No make-up is permitted and hair accessories must
be plain navy or black.
8.
Overcoats or jackets must be in plain navy or black and free from decoration. These may be
worn for travel to school. Overcoats must not be worn during or between lessons. (A blazer,
and sweater if worn, should normally be sufficient.) Recommended for safety: fluorescent armbands. Scarf in school colours or plain navy or black.
Second-hand uniform is sold at the School Fete in July.
SCHOOL UNIFORM – Sixth Form
Sixth Form students are very much the leaders in school - they are seen by younger pupils as role
models, and are involved in Main School activities and public events. We therefore ask students to
dress smartly. Hair should be well groomed and should not be extreme in style. It is important that
uniform colours and styles are exact. Thomas Moore and Pinder & Tuckwell, Exeter are major stockists
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of the Sixth Form uniform. If purchasing from other sources please ensure the items match the
requirements below.
Shirts and Blouses
All shirts and blouses (Style – Lloyd, Attree & Smith) to be WHITE WITH A THIN NAVY BLUE STRIPE
with a shirt collar. These should be worn tucked in to skirt or trousers.
Ties
A SIXTH FORM TIE will be available from school, and should be worn correctly with shirts. Boys should
always wear ties; girls may wear ties on formal occasions if they wish.
Skirts
Tailored skirts should be either pleated or straight in navy blue or black. Skirt length - just
above/below the knee. Wrap-around skirts or skirts made of ‘jersey’ are not permitted.
Sweaters/ Blazers/ Jacket
Sweaters or cardigans should be in plain navy blue or black (free from logos), round or ‘V’ neck, not too
long or baggy. A school blazer or plain blue or black tailored jacket may be worn e.g. ‘Ziggy’
Designer Jacket.
Shoes
Shoes must be formal black, brown or navy blue leather type, and not in a style that comes above the
ankle (not boots). Footwear should be appropriate for school use, and this rules out casual shoes
(e.g. flip-flops and trainers).
Trousers
Trousers should be full-length, tailored and not baggy, and should be navy blue or black (girls), or dark
grey or black (boys). Jeans, corduroy or canvas trousers may not be worn.
Jewellery
1 plain earring in each ear-lobe
1 plain chain or necklace
Scarves
A plain navy or black scarf may be worn but not in lessons.
Overcoats
These should be in a single plain navy or black colour and free from decoration.
No denim or velvet.
Coats should only be worn to and from school.
Kit required for BOYS & GIRLS. . .
•
Non-Marking trainers not boots (clearly named inside)
•
White ankle socks
•
Shin pads
•
Navy shorts (no white stripes)
•
White polo shirt
•
Gumshield (can be fitted and ordered in school)
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Boys Only
•
Gold three-quarter length socks
•
Football Boots (clearly named inside)
•
Rugby shirt (navy with gold reversible band)
Girls Only
•
Navy 3/4 length hockey socks
•
Skort (can be ordered in school)
ALL P.E. KIT SHOULD HAVE A NAME TAPE ON THE INSIDE.
SHIRTS AND SHORTS SHOULD HAVE THE INITIALS IRONED ON IN A CONTRASTING COLOUR (BLUE
OR WHITE) ON THE LEFT SIDE, APPROX 5CMS IN HEIGHT
ALL KIT SHOULD BE KEPT IN A SECURE LOCKER PROVIDED BY THE SCHOOL
Optional
Girls will be able to order a 'skort' (combined skirt and shorts), during the Autumn
Term. We recommend waiting until your daughter has started her PE lessons here before
making a decision whether or not to purchase this item.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
There is a wide range of extra curricular activities during lunchtime or after school. These include:
Full Sports Programme
Carnegie Book Club
Mock Trial
Choir
Wind Band
Jazz Band
Orchestra
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Maths Club
Drama
Computer Club
Science Club
Young Enterprise
Christian Union
Dance Club
Ten Tors
Latin Club
GRANTS
Free School Meals - Parents in receipt of Income Support, Income Based Job Seekers Allowance and
Child Tax Credit (without Working Tax Credit), where income is less than £16,190 per annum, are
entitled to free school meals.
For further information visit the Devon County Council website
http://www.devon.gov.uk/free_school_meals
An application form is available from the School Reception and should be returned to the Reception or
Local Authority, with evidence of eligibility for the above. The value of the Free School Meal will be
added to the student's ParentPay account. It will not be apparent that a student is claiming Free School
Meals in any way to other students.
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16-19 Bursary Fund
On 28 March 2011 the Government announced a new 16-19 Bursary Fund to support the most
vulnerable young people to participate in and benefit from post-16 education and training.
This will allow us to pay:
•
bursaries of £1,200 to all young people in the nominated vulnerable groups;
•
discretionary bursaries to young people, including those in their first year of post-16 study ; and
•
‘top up’ payments to those who are currently in receipt of EMA, who will continue to be supported
through transitional arrangements, should we consider it appropriate to do so.
Under these arrangements, Government claim that the most vulnerable will receive over £400 more
than the average annual payment under the Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA). However, no
student at Colyton would currently meet these criteria. Beyond that, the 16-19 Bursary Fund is
sufficient to allow for bursaries of up to £800 for all young people who were eligible for free school
meals in year 11. ( Only one student for 2011/12 )
Transitional EMA Funding
Students eligible in 2009 – 2010 for EMA will continue to receive support while they are in education
and training until the end of 2011–12 at their current rate.
2010 – 2011 applicants in receipt of the top rate (£30) will receive £20 per week in 2011-12. Those
entitled to £10 or £20 weekly will cease to be given any support from EMA.
Governors are currently developing a Bursary Scheme and details will become available
early in the Autumn Term 2011
Learner Support Funds - If you are studying for a full time course at a School Sixth Form and can
normally travel to school on a daily basis from the parental home, you may be eligible to apply for a
means tested Learner Support Bursary to help with your costs. To qualify for a bursary, you must meet
the eligibility criteria; you can check this on the Devon Local Authority website: www.devon.gov.uk or
contact the Learner Support Bursary Officer on Exeter (01392) 381939
Higher Education Loans - A guide to financial support for higher education students is available from:
www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance
MEDICAL ARRANGEMENTS
Illness/Accidents at School
When a student is unwell, they are assessed by staff in the Resources Centre (who hold current First
Aid Certificates). If necessary, parents are contacted and asked to collect the student. (No child
should make their own arrangements to leave school if unwell without first reporting to the
staff in the Resources Centre.)
NO CHILD WILL BE ALLOWED TO GO HOME TO AN EMPTY HOUSE, UNLESS THE PARENTS HAVE
ASKED FOR THIS ARRANGEMENT AND AGREED TO ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY.
Parents are asked to inform the school of any medical changes.
The Headteacher produces an annual list of individual students' relevant medical details. This is
updated during the year as necessary. Copies are kept in the Staff House and Resources Centre.
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OTHER PUBLICATIONS
The School's Prospectus including Entrance Policy Booklet and:
Annual Prospectus Supplement
- provides annual details of examination results
Handbook for Parents’
- distributed to Year 7 students for parents, on first day
of the school year
PA Bulletin
- distributed to all students
Parents’ Newsletter
- information on a wide range of school activities
Key Stage 4 Handbook
- distributed to all Year 8 students
Sixth Form Handbook
- distributed to all Year 10 students
Welcome to CGS booklet
- distributed to all new Year 7s prior to starting
COLYTON GRAMMAR SCHOOL EXTRA-CURRICULAR FUND
The provides funds to the school to support:
•
•
•
•
•
•
Extra-curricular costs associated with sports teams and fixtures
A wide range of school clubs
Extra-curricular music and drama
Workshops
Celebration Evening Prizes
Additional equipment and facilities for students
The recommended voluntary donation is £5 a month per child, payable by either a monthly or annual
Standing Order. Some parents choose to make a larger donation and in some circumstances a lower
payment is made. Friends of the School, such as former students, can also contribute to the fund.
Colyton Grammar School is one of the lowest funded schools in the country and the support of parents
is a vital element in the success of the school and in securing the quality of experience enjoyed by
students.
Parents are requested to complete and return A Standing Order Mandate – a copy is included in the
back of this handbook (this greatly aids administration and the re-claiming of Gift Aid), but direct
payment to the school can also be made.
STATEMENT ON SEX & RELATIONSHIPS EDUCATION
(APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS 2010)
Sex & Relationships Education is provided for all students through Science and PSHE lessons.
The aim of Sex Education is to foster students' understanding of their emotional and physiological
development and awareness of the attitudes and values of others.
In Year 7 Science lessons students consider how life begins. Classes study reproduction in plants and
animals, which leads on to work on human reproduction. There is a general introduction to the sex
organs; pregnancy and birth are considered; child care, parental responsibilities and development are
studied. Puberty changes are discussed and lessons stress that all variations of such changes are
normal. The sex act, contraception and STDS are not dealt with at this stage.
In Year 9, classes follow a short unit of work in which students consider their attitudes to others. The
work incorporates examination of adolescence and responsibility. This programme introduces AIDS and
the use of condoms.
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Various aspects of Sex Education are included in Key Stage 4 Science and PSHE courses. These involve
a more advanced study of fertilisation and birth, as well as infertility and hormone treatment. Delivery
of sex education is monitored by the Head of Science.
Parents who wish to know more about the programme may consult the teacher concerned. It is open
to parents to withdraw their children from such lessons if they so wish, by putting a request in writing
to the Headteacher.
Sixth Form Sex & Relationship Education (not part of the Statutory Statement)
The aim of the Health and Relationship lessons related to sexual health and well-being, are for students
to meet the current Government recommended objectives. These are:
Recognise the influences and pressures surrounding sexual behaviour and respond appropriately and
confidently, and seek professional health advice that may be required
Have the confidence to assert themselves and challenge offending behaviour
Understand how HIV and other STIs affect the body
Understand the risks of early sexual activity and the link with the use of alcohol
Have an understanding of HIV as a global issue, including its economic and social impact
Learn how to take responsibility for their own attitudes and behaviour
The sessions are run by different staff, but include one run by a GP who specialises in Sexual health.
The sessions provide both factual material, but also aim to provide case studies for discussion such as
teenage pregnancy as well scenarios where students are encouraged to recognise how to withstand
peer pressure and coercive behaviour.
EMERGENCY / SEVERE WEATHER ARRANGEMENTS
In the eventuality of snow and icy road conditions, it is essential to have a clearly defined procedure
regarding possible school closure.
If there is a serious deterioration in the weather during a school day (ie when the students are already
in school), it is possible that after consultation with Axe Valley Community College and the transport
contractors, it might be necessary to send some, or even all, students home early.
Parents will doubtless wish to prepare for such an eventuality by making arrangements to ensure that
younger students in particular would always have somewhere to go if parents were not at home.
Perhaps neighbours or friends would be prepared to help? We should be grateful if parents could
ensure that their children are quite clear about such emergency arrangements.
If severe weather conditions occur overnight or over a weekend, we expect to be able to make a
decision by 7.15am on any particular day as to whether or not the school will open. By 7.30am we shall
hope to have contacted transport contractors.
In the event of a closure notification we will endeavour to:
•
Get a message to Heart FM (FM 97.0 KHz/103.0 KHz - they will also post it on their
website) and BBC Radio Devon (MW 990 KHz or FM 95.8 MHz/103.4MHz
•
Send an email to all registered parents via ParentMail
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•
Post a message on our website (this depends upon a member of the ICT team being able
to get into school safely and cannot be guaranteed)
Parents are asked to check these sources before attempting to contact bus companies (see page 25 for
contact numbers) or the school by telephone.
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TRANSPORT ARRANGEMENTS
TRANSPORT TO SCHOOL – Page updated May 2011
The School does not deal with transport
but is pleased to offer the following notes for guidance
Current policy (finishes July 2011): All pupils aged under 16 living within the old catchment area of
the school (see * below) and more than three miles away from the school by the shortest available
walking route receive free school transport and Post-16 transport assistance arranged by Devon County
Council.
Policy with effect from September 2011: For children joining Colyton Grammar School or moving
into Yr12 from September 2011 onwards, free school transport and Post-16 Transport assistance will
only be available to children/students whose nearest secondary school to the home address is Colyton
Grammar School. They must also live more than three miles from the school (measured by the shortest
available walking route).
For further information, please telephone Devon County Council on 0845 155 1019.
Transport from some areas not covered by Devon County Council school transport scheme is provided
by local contractors on a paying basis and parents should contact them direct on the numbers given
below.
TRANSPORT CONTACT INFORMATION SEPT 2010 – JULY 2011
Home address
Contact
Telephone Number
* Axminster, Beer, Chardstock, Dalwood,
Farway, Kilmington, Membury, Musbury,
Northleigh, Shute, Southleigh, Smallridge,
Tytherleigh, Whitford
Exmouth, Budleigh Salterton, Newton
Poppleford, Sidmouth, Sidford
Broadclyst, Whimple, Hand & Pen, West Hill,
Ottery St Mary, Bradninch, Cullompton,
Plymtree, Colliton X, Awliscombe, Honiton, Old
Feniton Village, Feniton, Talaton, Fairmile,
Alfington,
Pinhoe, Broadclyst, Whimple, West Hill, Ottery
St Mary
Exeter Bus Station, Heavitree, Sidmouth Road,
Rydon Lane, Clyst St Mary, Nine Oaks, The
Bowd
Exeter, Clyst St Mary, Woodbury Salterton Nine
Oaks, Sidmouth Bowd
Bridport, Morcombelake, Chideock, Charmouth,
Raymond’s Hill, Lyme Regis, Rousdon
Ilminster, A303 Eagle Tavern, A303/A358
corridor, Chard
Horton, Chard, Tatworth
Devon County Council
School Transport Team
0845 155 1019
Axe Valley Coaches
01297 625959
Crudge Coaches
01404 841657
Hookways Pleasureways
Timetable and price information:
www.hookways.com
Paying (concessionary) transport may be available
covering the following areas (subject to space) :
Chard (from Tytherleigh) and Stockland
To book a place: 01392 469210
Dartline
01392 872900
Sovereign Coaches
01297 23000
Organised by parents and operated
by Hatch Green Coaches
PPH Services
01823 480338
Devon County Council
School Transport Team
0845 155 1019
Devon County Council
School Transport Team
0845 155 1019
01460 54505
NB New concessionary passengers cannot be added between
June and October each year.
Branscombe
Free transport may be available from some addresses
in Branscombe on the basis of ‘nearest school’
Other useful telephone numbers: Clapps Taxis (01297) 23366, Males Taxis (01297) 34000
Rio’s Taxis (mob 07976 779407), Sewards Coaches (01404) 881343
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Traffic Flow for Parents bringing or collecting students from School
The following arrangements are encouraged in the interests of safety:
Start of School Day: Arriving from a southerly (Axminster/Seaton/Sidmouth) direction, drive up
Whitwell Lane, turn into school and drop off outside Headteacher’s office. Leave school and turn south
(to the right) down Stafford Lane. Arriving from a northerly (Colyton) direction - drive down Stafford
Lane, turn right into main school/sports hall car park and drop off at top of car park. Please do not
stop to drop off and/or turn in entrance to car park, as this causes a hazard to other road users and
pedestrians.
End of School Day: All parents to pick up from school car park, utilising the full capacity, whilst awaiting
the end of the school day. Please do not park in the entrance of the car park.
In order to ease congestion it would be appreciated if parents collecting students would arrange to do
so after 3.45pm. Your co-operation would be much appreciated.
School bus supervision: A member of staff is on duty daily to supervise students.
ParentPay
The School provides access for parents to make secure online payments for school meals, trips, after-school
clubs etc through the ParentPay Website.
This well-proven technology brings the opportunity to offer a significantly improved service for receiving the
large number of payments made to school, with the following benefits:
•
•
•
•
•
•
Secure, single online payment for multiple activities and students
Linked with cashless catering in the school restaurant
No more need for students to bring large amounts of cash or cheques into school, with the risk of
losing them
No more queuing for students to pay in cash at the Admin Centre
24 hours a day, 7 days a week online access to your complete payment record
More efficient, cost-effective cash-handling at school
Parents of new Year 7s should have received their account activation letters at the Parents’ Induction
Morning in June. Please contact [email protected] if you require any assistance.
More information is available at http://www.colytongrammar.devon.sch.uk/parentpay/index.htm
Cashless Catering
The school restaurant, Take Five will operate on a cashless basis. Some of the advantages of this system
are:
•
Significantly reduced queuing times
•
Students do not have to bring cash into school
•
Parents can be confident that money for school meals is being spent for the purpose it was intended
•
School staff are freed from time-consuming banking of large amounts of cash
The system provides for students to be identified by either a biometric fingerprint OR a PIN number. The
biometric system works by taking measurements of the fingerprint and storing these as a unique number.
The complete fingerprint image IS NOT stored and cannot be re-constructed from the unique numbers. This
system is also be used for issuing books in the School Library and for Year 11 afternoon study period
registration.
New Year 7 students will be registered for the system on the first morning of term – if you require a PIN
number (rather than using the biometric system), please contact the Business Manager in writing, or by
email to [email protected].
The preferred method for paying for school meals will be online via ParentPay (see above). Alternatively
payments can be made by cheque made payable to Colyton Grammar School at the Admin Centre. You can
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make payments on a daily, weekly or any other basis, as you prefer. There are daily “spend limits” for
breakfast, break and lunch.
See the FAQ sheet at the following address for further information:
http://www.colytongrammar.devon.sch.uk/handbook/documents/index.htm
ParentMail
We have been using ParentMail® successfully for many years now to deliver messages relevant to parents
and students by email. Since May 2009 we no longer routinely print “bulk” mailings and instead rely on
ParentMail® to communicate with parents. This means we can communicate more frequently, helping to
keep everyone informed about school activities and events – without the financial waste and environmental
impact of mass paper mailings.
The ParentMail® service is registered with the Data Protection Registrar and guarantees that all information
supplied will be kept completely private. There is also NO advertising associated with the scheme.
If you opted for ParentMail® on the blue “Entry Form” the school will register you automatically for
ParentMail® and you should receive an email from ParentMail® with your login details. Please check your
emails regularly for important school communications.
If you have chosen not to use ParentMail®, you will receive paper mailings – please check your
child’s bag regularly! Further details of ParentMail® can be found at www.parentmail.co.uk
SIMS LEARNING GATEWAY
By September 2010 all schools must provide parents with online access to up-to-date information about
attendance, achievement, progress, behaviour, special educational needs (where appropriate).
Access must be via a secure online facility and we have been working to develop the systems that will
enable this to happen, using the SIMS Learning Gateway which links directly with the administration
systems we already have in school.
There will be a presentation on the SIMS Learning Gateway for parents of New Year 7 students at the
Informal Parents’ meeting in October. Parents will be provided with a secure username and personal
password which will give them access to details about their own child/children. In the event that
parents are unable to attend their child’s consultation evening, the username and password will be
posted under separate covers.
Every student will also have a unique username and password for the SIMS Learning Gateway, enabling
them to see their own personal data.
The information parents and students can see includes:
Contact details (helpful to ensure the school has all the right information recorded)
Daily attendance record
Assessment grades and targets
Timetable information
School activities
Which set the child is in and the name of their teacher
In summary SIMS Learning Gateway is an application that will allow you to view information held at
school about your child. This means that you will be able to view reports, monitor your child’s
attendance, review behaviour and achievements from home via a secure online facility.
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STANDING ORDER AUTHORITY
PLEASE MAKE THE PAYMENTS DETAILED BELOW AND DEBIT MY/OUR BANK ACCOUNT
___________________________________ Bank
Account in Name of:
__________________
___________________________________
Bank & Branch Title:
__________________
___________________________________
Account Number:
__________________
___________________________________
Sort Code:
__________________
(Enter name and address of your Bank/Building Society)
Organisation I wish to pay:
Colyton Grammar School Academy Trust
School Fund Account
Bank and Branch Name:
Lloyds Bank, Colyton Branch
Account Number: 21845660
Sort Code:
Reference (to be used by bank)
__________________________ (to be completed by school)
30-90-37
Payment Details: (please delete as appropriate)
Amount:
*£60.00 / £5 / other amount _£_______
Amount in Words: Sixty Pounds / Five Pounds / other amount (in words) _____________Pounds
Frequency of Payments:
Annually / Monthly
Date of Commencement:
1 September 2011
Please continue payments:
Until Further Notice.
(Any previous Standing Order Authority is superseded by this Authority)
Signature: ____________________________________ Date: ______________________________
*The recommended minimum contribution is £60 per annum per child
SRC06-240
For Parents’ use
The above form relates to the following child/children:
1.
______________________________
3.
_______________________________
2.
______________________________
4.
_______________________________
Gift Aid Declaration
Please tick the box if you are a UK tax payer. It allows us to claim back 25p for every £1 you give.
I would like Colyton Grammar School to claim back the tax on all my donations
from 1 September 2011, until further notice. (Please tick box)
Signature:
_______________________________ Please Print Name: _________________________________________
Address:
__________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________Date:__________________________
Please remember to tell us if you no longer pay enough tax to cover the money we claim back from
the Inland Revenue.
Please send the completed and signed form to:
Colyton Grammar School, Colyford, Colyton, Devon EX24 6HN
PLEASE DO NOT SEND THIS FORM TO YOUR BANK
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